What are the Types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
PPE includes gloves, gowns, masks, and eye protection. The type of PPE used depends on the level of exposure anticipated and the type of patient interaction. For instance, gloves are used when there is potential contact with blood or body fluids, while masks and eye protection are used to protect mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth during procedures that are likely to generate splashes or sprays of blood or body fluids.
